Campfire Safety
Is the use of lighter fluid a good idea?
No, because it increases the probability of spreading a fire quickly.
-Human Error (unattended or irresponsible fire use)
-High winds and campfires
-Lightening strikes
What are the 3 components of fire (the fire triangle)
Oxygen (air)
Heat (spark/ignition)
Fuel (wood)
-Slowly pour water over fire until its out
-Stomp out any remaining coals.
How do high winds affect fire?
-Make it spread quick
-Makes it hard to control
-Makes it unpredictable
Which is safest to use; a classic campfire or a stove?
A stove! While some of us grew up with the tradition of campfires, they are no longer essential to comfort and food preparation needs. We have better/newer items we can use such as electric stoves, flashlights, etc.
What are some examples of times should you extinguish your campfires?
-When going to bed
-When moving campsites
-When leaving camp/or plan to be leaving fire unattended
-When weather changes (winds picking up)
Under what conditions are wildfires most likely to occur?
-Droughts
-Hot dry summers
-Lightening Storms
-When there's lots of wind.
What is the definition of inflammable?
The definition of inflammable is: easily set on fire.... it means the same thing as flammable!
Where should you have a campfire?
-Designated fire pit
-Open area clear or duff, hanging branches, or surrounding grasses
-Sand
-In areas its legal or when you have the necessary permit
-Never leave the fire unattended
-Keeping fire in control
-Putting fires out properly
What are the 7 leave no trace principles?
-Plan Ahead and Prepare
-Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
-Dispose of Waste Properly
-Leave What you Find
-Minimize Campfire Impacts
-Respect Wildlife
-Be Considerate of Others